Gardeners can use a household item to keep slugs and pests away. Many people will be taking care of their plants during the bank holiday weekend, but pests like slugs can be a problem.

Richard, a gardening expert, says an old plant pot can help protect plants.

Richard shared this tip in a video about why people should keep their old plant pots. He said pests have been causing a lot of trouble this year, and his marigolds were eaten.

Richard said pests have been causing a lot of trouble this year. His marigolds were eaten in the greenhouse. He needs something to keep them away. Old plastic pots can help.

Richard says an old plant pot can protect plants.

Richard says to take a pot that fits over the plant and cut a hole in it. He used scissors to cut the drainage hole and make a snip.

Richard cut the bottom of a plastic pot to make a protective collar. He then cut around it to create the collar.

Richard cut around the pot and made a collar. It does not have to be neat. The collar can be put over the plant and into the soil to protect it.

Monty Don, a gardening expert, also shared tips on keeping slugs away.

Richard said pests have been causing a lot of trouble this year.

Monty Don said slugs and snails are good at recycling waste but can eat young plants.

Monty Don said there are many types of slugs in the UK and they live underground in damp conditions.

Monty Don said to avoid using chemicals to kill slugs. Instead, use a cold frame or tape to raise young plants and check for slugs daily.

Monty Don said to not overfeed plants and to feed the soil instead. This will prevent soft growth that slugs like.

Monty Don said to grow plants strongly and not to overcare for them.

Monty Don said to encourage predators like frogs and hedgehogs into the garden.